Specified Skilled Worker (i) Skills Exam Information ー Automobile Maintenance

Updated: 2026/8/24

1.Venue and Schedule

Domestic

You can take the exam in Japan. Check Prometric's domestic schedule page for the latest dates and venues.

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Overseas

The main overseas test locations are the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Check Prometric's country-specific information for the latest schedules and venues, including Japan.

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2.Exam Fee

Exam fee in Japan: 4,300 yen

Overseas exam fees differ by country.

3.Successful Applicants

Check the results on the JASPA Specified Skilled Worker Evaluation Test page.

The result notice is available within five business days of the exam, and successful applicants’ numbers are published on the JASPA official page.

4.Test Structure

Written Exam

Number of Questions 30 Questions
Category

Basic knowledge of structure, function, and handling

Basic knowledge of inspection, repair, and adjustment

Structure of testing machines, measuring instruments, and tools for maintenance

Basic knowledge of the properties and usage of materials, fuels, oils, and grease

Test Time 60 Minutes
Format True/False (○× Style)
Test Method CBT Method
Passing Criteria 65% or Higher

For details, refer to the official website.

Practical Exam

Number of Questions 3 Tasks (9 Questions in Total)
Category

Simple Basic Work

Inspection, disassembly, assembly, simple inspection, and adjustment

Simple Repairs

Handling of simple maintenance testing machines, measuring instruments, and tools

Test Time 20 Minutes
Format Judgment test for making correct decisions in scenario settings using diagrams, etc.
Test Method CBT Method
Passing Criteria 60% or Higher

For details, refer to the official website.

5 Sample Questions